Pearson Education Ltd Hiring for Administrative Assistant Job at Rotherham, England , UK Full Time

Job description

Are you looking for a job with a purpose? Do you want to be part of the team and deliver exam results for students? Do you want to fill a gap on your CV? Do you want some extra money in the holidays? We may have the opportunity you are looking for.

At Pearson, we’re committed to the world that’s always learning and to our talented team who makes it all possible. From bringing lectures vividly to life to turning textbooks into laptop lessons, we are always re-examining the way people learn best, whether it’s one child in our own backyard or an education community across the globe.

The Role

We have many different job roles available that fall under the administration banner, but all involve: –

• Administration of processes relating to the processing of exam papers
• Maintaining accurate records
• Teamwork
• Working to solve problems and issues as they arise

Experience within an office based administration role would be an advantage but is not essential as full training would be provided. What’s important is that you recognise the importance of what we do and the role you would play in helping deliver exam results.

The position will start mid May and is expected to last 6-8 weeks in the first instance however there could be opportunities for strong applicants to stay with the business on a longer term basis in as some contracts may be extended.

Work Pattern

Starting pay rate will be £10.10 per hour, working hours will be 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday. We have multiple working patterns from 6am-2pm, 2pm-10pm and 8am-4pm. Part time is available upon request.

Overtime (paid at time and a half) may be required.

Please apply online in the first instance.

At Pearson, we aim to reflect the world we live in at every level of our business. Having a diverse workforce is really important to us, and we always seek to hire the best people who share our values, drive initiatives and improve results.

Diversity and Equality

At Pearson, we believe in the power of difference. Harnessing the unique skills, perspectives, and backgrounds of every employee helps us foster innovation and create the most effective solutions for learners around the world. That’s why we’re committed to ensuring that diversity and inclusion are embedded into everything we do. We foster a work environment that’s inclusive and diverse — and where our people can be themselves — so we can reflect the customers and learners we serve.

Pearson is delighted to be committed to the Race Charter, and to be confirmed by Stonewall to be in the Top 100 Employers LGBTQ+ employers in the UK.

We are a Disability Confident committed employer and were recognised in the Best Employers for Diversity 2019 awards, and featured on The Forbes list of Best D&I Employers, and are a Working Mums Top Employer and Age Positive employer.

Job Type: Temporary contract
Contract length: 6-8 weeks

Salary: £10.10 per hour

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday